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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

WHY AN OHIO MAN is DOWN ON BORING FOR
NATURAL GAS.


A correspondent of the Cincinnati Com
mercidl predicts an overwhelming disaster
to the sections of country occupied by the
natural gas wells, and is so positive in his
assertions that he urges the calling of an
extra session of Congress to take some ac-
tion in the mater. He says: Boring for
natural gas should be prohibited by string
! ent laws. The good people Of Ohio and
am. f1n" while trying to develop the gas
inu'''"H'-" fll themselves with tnconsider
magazines, do not take time to since the y
That they are toying with force that NAV
destroy this country and themselves The
danger that impends is well known to sci.
entists. Two hundred years ago in China
there was Just such craze about natural
gas as we have in this country today. Gas
wells were sunk with as much vim and
Vigor as the Celestials were capable Of but
owing to gas explosion that killed several
millions of people and tore up and DESTROYED
large district of country, leaving large
inland sea, known on the maps as lake Foo
Chang, the boring of any more gas wells
was then and there prohibited by law. II
seems, according to the Chinese history.
that many large and heavy pressure gas
wells were struck, and in some Districts
wells were sunk quite near to each other.
Gas was lighted as soon as struck, as is
done in this country. 1t Is stated that one
well, with its unusual pressure by induc-
ton or back draft, pulled down into the
earth the burning gas Of a smaller well, re.
sulting in dreadful explosion of a large
district and destroying the inhabitants
threof. Lake Foo Chang rests on this dis.
trict, The same catastrophe is imminent
In this country unless the laws restrict fur.
ther development In boring so many wells,
should a similar explosion occur there will
be such an upheaval as will dwarf the most
terrible OF earthquakes ever known. The
country along the gas belt from Toledo
through Ohio, Indiana and Kentucky will
be ripped up to the depth of 200 to 400
feet and ilopptd over like pancake, leay.,
ing chasm through which the waters of
Lake Erie will come bowling down, filing
the Ohio and Mississippi valleys, and blot.
lng them out forever Some prompt ac.
ton should be taken at once to prevent this
catastrophe"
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
Freight stealing Oh the Reading
Railroad.

A few days ago William stackhouse, a
detective in the employ Of the Philadelphia
and Reading Railroad Company, took de-
cisive steps at Catawissa in disclosing the
systematic robbery of freight trains run
ming oVv'ctI me Latawissa and Wilhamsport
branch of the Reading railroad, which has
covered II period of six or eight years. The
losses of the company through this means
over the Catawissa and Willamsport
branch will aggregate $4,000 or more, and
hitherto no clue could be obtained as to
the whereabouts of the goods. The articles
stolen consisted of dry goods, groceries,
hardware, notions, silks, cloth and every
variety of freight that could be handled
| and secreted For months past Detective
Stack house has been quietly working the
m after up, and Friday evening one of the
brakemen formerly employed on the divis-
was charged W ith having hand in the
robberies. He broke down when confront
ed with the evidence against him, and
made a confession duplicating about thirty
OF his fellow railroaders. He also told
where lot of the goods were concealed.
Search warrants were obtained and the
no uses indicated were visited. There
goods to the amout of nearly $1,000 were
recovered
One Of the guilty parties who heard of
this, had lot of stolen goods in his pos
session sent to Espy about six miles from
Catawissa, where they were concealed in a
hay stack on his brothers farm. The dc.
tectiye traced these goods and secured
them, returning with wagon-load of
the plunder From the evidence IN the
hands OF the authorities obtained through
the confessions 1t appears that the ringead-
ers in the work were B, j. Nuss, chief dis
patcher of the Shamokin Division, formerly
a conductor, and in whose house large
portion of the goods were found, aud his
brother, Aaron Nuss, now brakeman on
the Mahanoy Division, and formerly a
brakeman at Catawissa. One of the rob
bers, who is now hotel keeper, but who |
formerly held pos ition as brakeman on |
Nuss' train, became alarmed at the turn !
matters had taken and also made a comics. |
sion.
The whole town is in an excited state,
and groups of men, women and children,
lined the streets and corners Saturday
awaiting new developments. Quite mum.
Der of prominent railroad men are already
implicated, and there is no telling who will
be arrested neXt,as large number of war.
rants have been issued aud the men are be.
ing taken from their trains on the Shanokin
Division wheever they can be reached. b.
j. Nuss was srTested on Saturday afternoon
as he steppcifrom the train at the station,
where he haf been called by a telegram.
lie was takeReiore Justice OF the Peace,
where he waiN hearing and entered bail
for his eppeartce at Court.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

The Democratic voters of the several dis
trcts of Columbia county will meet at the
usual places of holding elections, on Satur-
day July 23, between the hours of and 7
o'clock p. m and elect delegates by ballot
to represent the districts in the County
Convention, to be held in the Opera House,
Bloomsbury, on Tuesday, July 2G, at II
o'clock a. m, to place in nomination one
person for Associate Judge, one person for
Prothonotary, &c, one person for Register
and Recorder, one person for County
Treasurer, two persons for County Com.
missioners, and two persons for County
Auditors, and to transact such other busi-
ness as the interests of the Democratic
party may require. Also at the same time
and places, and in the same manner, the
Democratic electors In each district will
elect one person to serve as member OF
the Standing Committee, which will meet
Immediately after the adjournment OF the
Convention.
By order of Standing Committee,
r II. LITTLE,
CHAIRMAN.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

For Register and Recorder vote for NJ.
+, Eyerly at your delegate election and Sc
cure man that can fill said office in every
particular
Can speak the German language. Would
hold the office as the servant of the people.
He is in need of said office to make a lv-
ing, office work being the only kind of la
Dor he can perform, on account of physical
ailments. A VOTER OF SAID PATTY.
July 0, 1887.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
Drying UP Alive.
coLoRRD MAN WHO BRRAKs OFF A I1EoR on
HIMSELF FOR MoNRy.

From the Vicksburg Herald
An odd case of human wretchcdncss was
reported yesterday by Justice John Levins
and Constable Frank Little, who had just
returned from trip to Chickasaw bayou.
On plantation near the bayou they found
a negro man who had been a farmer until
incapacitated by disease from working. lie
first attracted their attention by hobbling
about on the stumps Of what should have
been his feet and exhibiting hands which
were without fingers or thumb.
Too much accustomed to the sight OF
queer doformities in persons OF the negro
race they simply glanced at him and would
have passed IL the unfortunate African had
not deliberately unwrapped bandage
about one Of his hands and carelessly
caught the remaining stump of fl ger
between his knee and the wrist Of his other
hand and with the utmost uonchalanct
pulled the stump eff. He threw it away
and again put his disfigured arms in his
bandages. He then scratched a consider
able portion of his left foot off and settled
himself comfortably at rest on the shady
side of the fence
The peace officers recovered their equan
| unity after few seconds and held con
sultation. They were not sure that If they
disturbed the man that he would not un
! joint himself entirely and not wishing tC
be the cause of such a catastrophe, they
waited until he had time TO grow quiet be
fore they questioned him.
The curiosity started to lie at fl rst, bu
Justice Lawns put him on his oath to tel
the truth, and stopped this. The story
told was that about six months ago the vic
tim noticed that his fingers and toes were
becoming cramped and numb. He pait
no attention until one day in using his in
dex finger as stoppr for his pipe, he
broke it off in the bowl. He was alarmed
and threw the pipe away, and as he did so
parted with anolhcr finger. Panic. .stricker
he fled to his home, and had voudoo doc
tor to attend him. The treatment he re
ceived did not benefit him, and ho contin
ued to lose his fingers and toes until he be
came hardened to it and Of late, when he
found one growing too dry, he would pul
it off. One Of his feet was gone and the
toes of the other were missing. The las
finger he possessed was the one his audi
ence saw him remove, and he had stripped
nearly all the caloused flesh from one shin
He further stated that he never felt pain.
After he finished the listeners were in
clned to doubt, and on the promise of {
two-bit piece they darky calmly pulled of
portion of his left ear, which he said wa
going very rapidly and would fall away il
few dayO anyhow. He did not seem par
ticulary frightened at his condition, as HI
thought he had enough legs and arms t,
last year or two longer at the worst
None of the mans friends were able t.
explain how he contracted his disease ant
the man did not know himself. The gen
temen who were treated to the sight of hi
condition were also unable to tell what hi
trouble is, but are inclined to believe tina
it is something of the nature of leprosy o
clephantasis.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
Post NIOrteIn Examinations.

A post mortem was held on the body of
s. A Caswell on Thursday morning Of last
week. During his life he had expressed a
wish to his brothers as well as to his at
tending physician that they should have an
examination made of his heart. According
ly the following werG no rqed for us = T,"t :
D.e u .,erul IS o'e cailed IN 10 thus '."a
,.,.s. b. f, Gardner. S. b. Arment, II. W
McReynolds, }. c. Rutter of Bloomsbury
and DIR. G. L. Reagan of Berwick. DR..
Reagan reached here at 3;52 and they all
went direct to the late residence on corner
OF West and Fifth streets. The heart was
removed and found to have gone through
a process of ossifcation, by which some OF
the chambers were wholly closed. The
heart had become as hard as bone, and the
valves ceasing to work, immediate death
followed. The other organs of the body
we're found to be in a healthy condition,
except being slightly enlarged and irritat.
ed, being in sympathy with the diseased
condition of the heart.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

AS matters now stand Judge McHenry
will be nominated for Associate Judge will
little opposition if any. Prothonotary
Snyder will be renominated without ar
opponent. The fight will b" made or
Treasurer, Register and Recorder and com
mssioners. There should be a large vote
polled, as the selection of these officers is q
matter of great public importance. Turn
out, aud see that your neighbors do the
same. Delegate election, Saturday, July
%, between and 7 p, IN.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
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For sick-rooms, to prevent the spread OF
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Darbys Prophylactic Fluid is an article
of little cost, but great value. Its domes.
tic as well as medicinal uses are numerous
while its specialties are most wonderful.
No head of family should ever be without
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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

DRUNKENNESS OR LIQUOR HABIT Positively
CURED BY ADMINISTERING Dr.. HAINEs'
GOLDEN SPECIFIC 1t can be given in cup
of coffee or tea without the knowledge Of
the person taking it, is absolutely harmless
and will effect a permanent and speedy
cure, whether the patient is a moderate
drnker or an alcoholic wreck. Thousands
of drunkards have been made temperate
men who haye taken Golden Specific in
their coffee without their knowledge, and
to-day believe they quit drinking of their
own free will. IT NEVER FAILS. The
system once impregnaIed with the Specific
it becomes an utter impossibility for the
liquor habit to exist. For full particulars
address Golden Specific Co, 1875 Race St.,
Cincinnati, Ohio. dec 3 So ly.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Mr.. Warren McHenry, son Of Hon
James McHenry and member of the firm Of
McHenry & Sons, died at his home al
Cambria, Tuesday night OF last week.
About six weeks ago tumor was removed
from his lip by DR.. Murphy of Wilkes
barre. Soon after the brain became affect
ed and at intervals he had violent spasms.
He was only partially conscious during the
six weeks of his atiiiction, and his suffer.
ing only ceased when his eyes were closed
in death. He was about 53 years OF age,
was born and raised near Cambria and
leaves wife and one child,
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Hon. A. L. Fritz having served his regu.
lar term in the Legislature will now devote
his time to the practice of his legal pro.
fession. His card appears at the head OF
column on first page. Those desiring to
consult him on any legal matter will find
him In his office over post office at al
hours of the day.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Peter Melck of Mt. Pleasant township,
having become violent and making serious
threats, was brought to town Wednesday
OF last week, and committed to Jail to await
the verdict of committee lin lunacy A
committee consisting of DR.. McKelvy, j..
J. laval. and VIM. Christman, examined
him Wednesday afternoon and in com
pliance with their verdict he was taken to
the Danyille Asylum Thursday.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
A Fine Residence For sale.

The executors of Mary N Harman, de-
ceased, offer at private sale handsome
residence on Market street above Main,
bloomsbury. The house is of brick, large
pleasant rooms, steam heat gas, water,
sewerage and all modern improvements.
There is q large frame barn, ice house and
outbuildngs. One of the most desirable
locations in the town. Terms easy.
They also offer for sale thirty-seven acres
of land on Normal hill, adjoining p. Dill
Ions and the Hoyt estate. Can be
divided into desirable building lots. For
terms and particulars apply to |. W. Nc
Kelvy, one of the executors, or Geo. E.
Elwell. attorney, Bloomsbury, Pa. II
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

j. Saltzer received on Saturday last a
fine upright piano. For tone and volume
it can not be excelled anywhere. Mr..
Saltzer handles only the best makes of
pianos and organs, and sells them as cheap
as inferior articles. Call and see his in
struments at his large warerooms few
doors below Market street.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Bishop Howe has announced his inten.
ton to retire from the active work of the
bishopric, and hereafter he will be merely
counsellor to assist Bishop Rulison, who
will perform the active work of the bishop.
ric under the direction of Bishop Howe.
The latter is now the oldest living member
of the house of bishops in America, and
is fast approaching his s0th year.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

teachers examination will be held at
Mifilinville, July IS, at Rupert, July 10, a,
Buckhorn, July 81, at Jerseytou n July 90,
Roaringcreek, Locust and Franklin at
Roaringcreek, July 81, Sco,t,at Lightstreet,
July 30, Beaver and Main, at Mainvllle,
Annusf
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
Notice to Com mInitteeneii.

The delegate election tickets have been
printed at this office, and are being sent tc
The committeeman of the several districts
should any fail to reach their destination
by Wednesday of next week the committee
men should inform us, so that We can send
duplicates. Don't wait until the polls
open before looking after the tickets. Sec
that they are on hand in time.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
Funeral of =, A. CaSwelI.

The funeral services were held over the
remains of s. A. Caswell, at his late resi-
dence on Fifth street, Sunday evening al
Z o'clock. A sermon was preached by Rev.
F. p. Manhart, of the Lutheran Church,
Bloomsbury, and prayer offered by Rev.
j. NJ. Steck, OF the Lutheran Church of
Wlliamsport. Monday morning the body
was conveyed to the depot of the d. l.. q
W. r. r. at S;32, and taken to Jersey Shore
via Northumberland. The body being en-
balmed, was kept in nice state of preserva-
ton until the arrival of all of his brothers,
the las. of whom reached here Saturday
afternoon. The funeral cortege reached
jersey Shore in safety and after journey
of about two miles the cemetery was
reached and the last sad rites performed,
and kind and loving brother consigned tc
his resting place. Thus another link OF
the family chain is gone, while an aged
father, six brothers and one sister remain
to mourn his loss.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Summerbed-clothing-
cloth comfortables for over
wraps or for sea-side-mattress
softeners. Pretty, dainty, soft.
Tufted with contrasting colors
SI.75 for white, s. for pink
blue, red or yellow.
Summer Blankets. AS light
as flannel but woody; feel light
er than they are. 1914 to 1874
$3.50 to $3.50 according to fine
ness of wool.
Summer Marseilles White
Quilts; light, thin but generous.
81 and $3.50. Marseilles-pat-
tern, Honey-comb Quilts, 90
cents to SI.65.
Mitcheline Spreads, bright
cheerful, and don't show ever,
speck of dust. Blue, buff, pink
and bronze. S2.25.
The new Spreads that look
like Marseilles and weigh like
Honey-comb have made lots o
friends. $3.50
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Miss Luida Musgrave of Welliversvile
died at the home of her niece at Montours-
vile last week. About five weeks ago she
took sick with typhoid malaria while visit,
ing with her niece Mrs Lee Heller at Mon
louisville, in Lycoming county. The re-
mains were brought down on Saturday
last and services held at 10 u. m, conduct
ed by Rev. Hooven. Interment in Kitchen
cemetery. TAG deceased was Of kind
and loving disposition and leaves wlttit
circle of friends to mourn her loss.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

One hundred and twenty -four inmates,
who were removed from Blockley hospital,
Philadelphia, to Danville, at the time of
the fire at Blockley, were removed Tuesday
to Philadelphia, the hospital having been
rebuilt
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Persons having unsettled accounts on the
books of the late David Lowenberg are
earnestly requested to make prompt settle
ment of the same, as the administrators de-
sire to close and settle the estate within the
year. Attention to this notice and request
will greatly aid them, snd save trouble, an
noyance and costs. The administrators
will be in attendance at the old place of
business for this purpose, with the books
and accounts.
S. LowRNBERG,
L. LowRNBRRG,
ri Administrators.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Ceylon Flannel. Light weight,
soft, pretty; half wool half cot
ton. Gingham colors; stuff that
won't shrink. Scotch skill and
honesty in every thread.
Were 37I cents to IS;
Now 3Icents to SO.
All wool Blue Bathing Elan
mel. Good weight, strong; stuff
that'll stand by you in the break
ers. IS to o5 cents.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

A game of lawn tennis was played last
Monlay at the grounds of the Bonita club,
in the rear of the Episcopal Church, be-
tween Messrs. Kase and McGill, of the
Danvile club, and Leverett and Smith, of
the Bloom club, which resulted in the de-
feat of the Danvile boys, every set being
beaten by the home team. Quite large
number of the Bloom club witnessed the
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
coRRkCr RAlLRoAp rIsE rAnLr,
SALES.

JuLY 90. The administrators Of David
Lowenberg, deceased, will sell personal
property consisting of pair Of ponies,
wagons, harness, stocks &c, on the prem
ises in bloomsbury, at o'clock. See post
ers.
JrIy 15.-Thos. j. Hoffman, administra.
tor of Henry Hoffman, deceased will sell
real estate on Filth street, Bloomsbury, be-
inr lot Of so feet front, with two story
brick dwelling, and outbuildings, at Q
n,clnck d. IN. See advertisement.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

The following apportionment of Della
gates has been made by the Standing Com.
mlttee, in accordance with the Revised
Rules, viz:-Rule End. The representation
Of Districts in County Convention shall be
in proportion to the Democratic vote OF
each, as cast at the most recent election for
Governor, but the whole number of dele
gates shall not exceed eighty-tive and nc
district shall be allowed less than two, mol
more than four delegates.
Rule 3rd. Delegates shall be allowed to
districts upon rats of sixty votes for a
delegate, allowance being made for the
largest fraction of vote:
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

Think of what a headqu arters
tor Tourists Travelling Bags
should be; then see what we
have. Your fancy won't rise to
the reality. The cheapest is of
canvas, IA in, $3.50; split leath-
er, same size, SI.6o. The same
sorts with better insides from
SI.S5. Grain leather from
smallest, simplest and poorest
at S3,25 to the largest and best
at SI2.25.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
DO You Intend Visiting the sea.
shore?

Are you fond of bathing? If So before
leaving the city procure bottle of Per.
rines Pure Barley Malt, and by taking a
wineglassful after coming out of the water
you will find its beneficial effects wonder
ful, For sale by all druggists.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

At the Mems Furnishings
Counters
The New Half Hose, I2Hc.
The jobber's stock Of Men S
NeckWear, 10, IS and 25c.,
might we'll be double.
The 50 cent Shirt. Try and
match i .u, OK ne.
''kes "Slaat 'enl slaat de swartselr' >rS
The r2H cent SuspendcrSs,
a quarters worth.
Stop anywhere along the line
see if every dollars worth you
touch isn't marked 50 cents.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
SCOTS EMULSION OF PURE

For Lung Troubles and Wasting Diseases.
Dr. D. simonaud, New Orleans, La,
says SCOTS Emulsion is the finest prep-
ara'ion OF the kind. In affections of the
Lungs and other wasting diseases, we NAV
consider it our most reliable agent. In a
perfectly elegant and agreeable form"
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

DIR. j. Schuyler and wife have returned
from Ocean Groye
II. w. Oswald has moved Into the Har-
man property on Market street.
Miss Stella Sickler, of Tunkhanncck, is
the guest of Miss L. w. McKelvy.
Mrs Morris Shipley and children, OF
CINCINNATI, are visiting at Mr.. VIM Meals.
Rev. W. @. Leverett exchanged pulpits
'asl sunday with Rev. Maxwell, of Dam
willie.
Miss Bessie Hughes, of the Normal
ocaool is spending her vacation at home
In shickshinny.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

1t is an ever growing conviction that
Live Stock ms has come to stay and that
the Union Co. Mutual Live Stock lns. Co.
is king of all dong business In the State,
of which the best BUSINESS men take ad.
vantage.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15

There will be an ice cream festival held
in the grove at the Kitchen NJ. L. Church,
Saturday evening July 16. All are cord.
tally invited to attend. Proceeds for be.
nevolent purposes.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-07-15
Award of Damages.

In the case of John Zaner VS. b. " !.
railroad, the jury of viewers on Saturday
last awarded Sl7OO damages, In the case
Of Samuel Shive the jury met on Monday
and awarded $500 damages.